CONNIE ROSE T. ROSAROSO, CPA, CMA
Imus City, Cavite, Philippines
Cellphone No.: 092*-***-****/
Email Address: adwh0r@r.postjobfree.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connie-rosaroso-920a27164/
• Certified Public Accountant since December 2018
• Certified Management Accountant
• Member of the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA)
• Graduated with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Accountancy at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines- Sta. Mesa on May 2018
Professional Experience
Finance Reporting Supervisor (August 2022- present) Luxclusif
• Prepares financial statements and reports needed for a business to comply with regulatory requirements
• Handles CANADA VAT GST/HST compliance for the mother company
• Handles Japan C-tax compliance
• Spearheaded the implementation of double entry and refinement of finance reporting process
• Spearheaded the implementation of ERP usage
• Directly deals with Farfetch UK for reporting and compliance requirements
• Handles end to end finance reporting of the largest entity among the Luxclusif companies, based in Hongkong
• Handles end to end finance reporting of Japan entity
• Handles end to end finance reporting of China entity
• Responsible for ensuring all entities have accurate and complete records of their financial transactions
• Review financial reports and makes adjustments when necessary
• Prepares reports for management for trend and performance analysis
• Utilizes XERO in all financial reporting activities Experienced Assurance Associate (December 2018- October 2020) Isla Lipana & Co.- PwC member firm
• Audited the top Life and Non-Life Insurance companies in the country
• Audited a well known/ multi-national manufacturer and retailer of athletic apparel, footwear and equipment
• Handled revenue and inventory process
• Handled IFRS 16 adoption and recomputation
• Main focal point of the client for audit concerns
• Spearheaded meetings and connects with the Financial Controller and Audit Team to address audit concerns and audit findings
• Audited the P2P process and P2P related controls
• Handled SOX compliance and spearheaded connect with the PwC counterpart to report assessment on in-scope controls
• Audited tax process and tax computation
• Audited a significant subsidiary of a well-known bank in the country engaged in the business of leasing and extending credit facilities
• First hand observation and obtained understanding on the different month-end and year-end closing processes of various companies including, bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, AP and AR reconciliations, summarization of monthly reports in compliance with different regulatory bodies
(Insurance Commission, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and BIR)
• Reperformance of various control processes in testing efficiency and effectivity of controls including Bank Reconciliation, IFRS 16 adoption, Intercompany Account Reconciliations, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable control processes
• Assisted various companies in the adoption of BSP1046, IFRS 16, IFRS9 new standards
• Part of PwC Bermuda in the engagement of a Non-Life insurance company
• Part of PwC China in the engagement of a well known sanitary ware and bathroom accessories manufacturer
• Interacted with various clients at various levels and attended meetings with Finance Departments and Top Management to discuss the findings and issues noted during the course of audit
• Assisted in supervising 1st year staff in performing audit procedures
• Assisted in the preparation and consolidation of various client’s financial statements
• Documented working procedures using various Microsoft Office and G-suite applications
• Obtained thorough understanding of business and accounting process processes, softwares and module in SAP, GL walker, SAGE and Quickbooks
• First hand observation and obtained understanding on the different month-end and year-end closing processes of various companies including, bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, AP and AR reconciliations, summarization of monthly reports in compliance with different regulatory bodies
(Insurance Commission, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and BIR)
• Assisted various clients in income tax calculations, tax preparations and tax compliance
• Conducted various audit procedures including understanding of process and reperformance on various financial statement line items such as Intercompany Accounts, Cash, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Revenue, IFRS16, IFRS 9
• Performed Intercompany reconciliation and consolidation of parent and subsidiary FSLIs
• Handled various complex transactions which required technical analyses
• Lead meetings with the Audit Committee, BOD and Management Committee meetings in the presentation of Audit Progress, Findings and Recommendations
• Handled clients with SOX compliance
• Connected with various PwC member firms in the audit of clients with International Reporting Requirements and Consolidations
Credit Specialist- T&S Credit Checks Operations (July 2021- August 2022) Shell Business Operations Manila
• Handled credit checks of various Shell Trading Network such as UK, Middle East, East Portfolio and Nethelands
• Worked with various traders and operators in managing counterparty credit limits and managing payment terms for maximization of credit line
• Responded to queries of traders, operators and customers with regards in accommodating transactions and deals
• Negotiated payment terms with stakeholders to maximize credit limit
• Provided additional financial support to eligible and steadfast clients upon request
• Negotiated increase and reduction of credit limits and payment options
• Main focal for the Netherlands portfolio and regularly connects with stakeholders holding high volume of transaction which requires urgent support and escalation
• Worked with the Trade Finance Team in terms of deals requiring Letters of Credit
• Worked with the Finance and Settlements Team in monitoring timely payments of invoices
• Prepared write ups, analyses and computation on various credit limits for exceed approval Credit Specialist- Trade Finance(Oct 2020- July 2021) Shell Business Operations Manila
• Reviewed various Letters of Credit from UK, Middle East and Netherland Portfolios
• Lead team meetings in monitoring overdue accounts of various customers which concerns Letter of Credit enforcements
• Prepared various write ups and documents needed to enforce Letters of Credit
• Knowledgeable is ISP 98 and UCP 600
• Worked with the Credit Checks Team in monitoring deals requiring Letters of Credit
• Worked with various operators, customers and banks in acceptance of Letters of Credit that satisfies company requirements to maximize asset protection
• Provided advice to customers in terms of acceptable clauses that will protect the company and the customer’s interests as well
• Lead team initiative in monitoring Bank Limits and KYC Status of Banks
• Reviewed documents to ensure their completion and precision
• Conducted routine inspections to better understand clients' financial track records
• Performed risk analyses and using the findings to inform the amount of credit extended, if applicable
• Supervised the repayment of funds and contacting defaulters to tend to their accounts with urgency
• Provided additional financial support to eligible and steadfast clients upon request
• Compiled a database of regular defaulters and reporting them to the relevant bodies, as appropriate
• Worked towards maintaining and advancing the financial status of our institution Part Time Instructor- College of Saint Benilde Antipolo
(January 2021- December 2022)
• Prepared syllabus tailor fit to current Accountancy curriculum
• Teach and supervise students using lectures, demonstrations, discussion groups, seminars, case studies, field assignments and independent or group projects
• Thesis Adviser for Accounting Research and Accounting Methods
• Taught various subjects such as Financial Markets, Auditing related subjects and IT Auditing
• Connected with the Dean and Chairperson in the discussion of program goals and course objectives Assistant (November 2017 – January 2018)
Slimmers World International
• Maintained, consolidated and summarised the Company’s financial performance for the past three years
• Provided financial performance data to the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President which aided the formation of strategies, objectives and projected financials Significant academic and co-curricular activities
International Accreditation
Certified Management Accountant
Part 1 and Part 2 Passer- October 2018, Institute of Management Accountants National Accreditation
Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination Passer- October 2018, Professional Regulatory Commission School and Institutional Level
Tertiary
Consistent Dean’s Lister
National Federation of Junior Philippine Institue of Accountants (NFJPIA) member (2015-2018) Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants- PUP member (2014-2018) JPIA Link- College Paper Feature and News Writer
Secondary
The Patriot, School Paper- Editor in Chief (2013-2014) Supreme Student Government Secretary- General Emilio Aguinaldo National High School (2013-2014) Seminars attended
IFRS 16 Training
Isla Lipana & Co.- PwC member firm
September 7, 2019
FSIP Industry Training- Assurance 2
Isla Lipana & Co.- PwC member firm
July 22-25, 2019
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) Training Isla Lipana & Co.- PwC member firm
July 10-12, 2019
FSIP Industry Training- Asset Management
Isla Lipana & Co.- PwC member firm
January 12, 2019
FSIP Industry Training- Intro to Insurance
Isla Lipana & Co.- PwC member firm
January 8, 2019
FSIP Industry Training- Intro to Banking
Isla Lipana & Co.- PwC member firm
January 7, 2019
FSIP Industry Training- Assurance 1
Isla Lipana & Co.- PwC member firm
December 13-14 & 17-18, 2018
Educational Background
Level Institution Location Year
Graduate
Studies
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Juris Doctor
Sta. Mesa, Manila 2021-
present
Tertiary Polytechnic University of the Philippines Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
Sta. Mesa, Manila 2014-2018
Secondary General Emilio Aguinaldo National High School 2nd Honorable Mention
Imus, Cavite 2010-2014
Primary Malagasang II Elementary School
Class Valedictoria
Imus, Cavite 2004-2010